In your initial post, discuss one of the following questions with support from the textbook:
1. How realistic is the body shape of dolls that children play with such as Barbie, Disney Princesses, and da Brats? Do you think that Mattel Toys has gone far enough in its efforts to diversify Barbie’s looks? What other kinds of toys do you see that might promote unhealthy body images?
2. Many of the causes of obesity seem very obvious, and most people are probably aware of them. Why, then, do you think obesity continues to be a growing problem of epidemic proportions?
3. What is the impact of stress on a person’s health and immune system? What are the positive and negative effects of stress? Have you noticed a relationship between stress in your life and your general health? Is it a coincidence that students tend to get sicker around high-stress times like midterms and finals? How do you think you could counter those negative effects of stress? What strategies and options might be helpful?
* Please use evidence from the assigned readings to support your views.